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Bob Pinker sits surrounded by memorabilia from his extraordinary life. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

A remarkable life

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:April 22, 2025
Post category:News

Paeroa veteran Bob Pinker had an extraordinary Naval career that included helping build Scott Base and rubbing shoulders with Henry Kissinger, Stephen Hawking and Donald Trump. ALICE PARMINTER sat down…

Mentor Colleen Hughes with driver Libee. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

More driving mentors, more ‘gold’ mined

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:April 16, 2025
Post category:News

Eighty-three locals who participated in the Thames Community Centre’s driver programme went on to contribute hundreds of volunteer hours to organisations in 2024. Now, to continue this cycle of giving…

BMX star Danika Bergersen claims the number one BMXNZ National Championship spot for 16 girls. Photo: SUPPLIED

Danika pedals to the podium

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:April 16, 2025
Post category:News Sport

One of Danika Bergersen’s goals was to score the New Zealand number one spot for the current bicycle motocross (BMX) season.It’s something the victorious young star can now tick off…

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